July 26, 2023 - Stanislaus County Sheriff's Office officials report that there have been issues with phone scams in the area.
It came to our attention that some residents in Stanislaus County have experienced spam calls pretending to be the Sheriff’s Office.
Please remember the following…
Law Enforcement and the US Government will NEVER ask for payment of any form to avoid arrest.
If you cannot verify the caller's identity, feel unsafe, or suspect criminal activity, call your local non-emergency dispatch line.
Never share personal or financial information over the phone with someone you do not know.
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Source: Stanislaus County Sheriff's Office
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